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NHTSA Recall 18V609000: Power adjust (seats)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22 vehicles. It affects 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S.

22
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (October 31)
NHTSA campaign18V609000
Manufacturer campaign2018090013
ComponentSEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › POWER ADJUST
Report receivedSeptember 11, 2018
Owner notificationOctober 31, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz E63S AMG 4MATIC vehicles. The front passenger seat can be adjusted beyond its intended limit.

Safety risk

If the passenger seat is adjusted beyond its intended limit, the occupant may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the adjustment range, and if needed, install a mechanical adjustment range limitation or update the seat control unit software, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018090013.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 18V609000

Make and modelModel years
Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S2018

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.